Custom Stoneware Articles

Sunset Hill Stoneware has named Chris Rand as its new President effective immediately. His assumption of the new role comes as CEO Duane Dunsirn transitions out of his position as company president to enjoy his retirement. Company founder and COO Tom Dunsirn will become CEO after Mr. Rand’s transition to his new position. Mr. Rand…

Iron Bean Coffee Company and Sunset Hill Stoneware have been a match made in heaven since late 2017. We’ve worked to bring their unique artwork to life on every Iron Bean Coffee mug for their ever-growing base of loyal fans, but it can be difficult to keep track of every mug we’ve made with them….

It’s no secret that Sunset Hill Stoneware’s pottery makes for some beautiful, unique coffee mugs. But, our potters’ creative skills extend far beyond the drinking and cooking vessels we make for people, parks and businesses all over the world. Recently, we teamed up with Discover Mediaworks to create some one-of-a-kind stoneware pottery trophies unlike any other award. Best…

Millennials make up the largest age group in the U.S. workforce, and the largest segment of many industry markets. Despite this, marketing to millennials is difficult for some businesses because their buying patterns are so different from those of their parents and grandparents. This isn’t a trend born from technology, and it sure doesn’t come from…

With the advent of the smartphone and high-definition cameras, taking videos of your newest products is easier than ever before. Utilizing cell phone video in your overall marketing strategy to attract new customers on social media and bring traffic to your website or storefront is a no-brainer. But, there are tips and tricks to make the…

Tucked away in a well-manicured neighborhood of the Minnesota town of Duluth, the A.G. Thomson House stands in stately splendor just off of Lake Superior. There’s a Cinderella story to be told in this elegant B&B’s history, but most of all it’s a destination for anyone looking for a quiet getaway from Minneapolis or St. Paul. History…

We’ve talked about how our stoneware comes in more than 60 different colors in nearly every shade. In recent months though, we’ve added four more glazes for your custom stoneware mugs or steins. Frosty Flake The scientists at Sunset Hill Stoneware’s laboratory had to toil hard to get this new white glaze looking right. Now…

Sunset Hill Stoneware works with charities all over the United States to help them with the causes they support, including programs that help our nation’s combat veterans and first responders after they’ve come home. One such group with which we’re proud to work is Operation Combat Bikesaver. Operation Combat Bikesaver was born to help combat…

Sunset Hill Stoneware’s production crew are the engine in our well-oiled machine. Without these craftsmen, our products would not be as beautiful or sturdy as they are. Every potter, glazier and handler contributes their talents to making our custom stoneware mugs and steins. Meet Eli Wickman. Aside from being the subject of our employee spotlight, Eli…

What is Labor Day? Labor Day is always on the first Monday in September, meaning in 2018 it falls on Sept. 3. Families all over the United States will squeeze out the last few days of summer before kids have to go back to school and the weather cools down. What’s the true meaning of…